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Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Property prices · 2024 · Africa

Price/sqm — City Centre NGN 420,000
Price/sqm — Outside Centre NGN 275,000
1-Bed Rent / Month NGN 120,000
3-Bed Rent / Month NGN 195,000
Avg Mortgage Rate 22.50%
Price-to-Rent Ratio 17.0x Buying and renting are roughly comparable

Property price trend in Port Harcourt (2024–2026)

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Property comparison — cities in Nigeria (2024)

City Centre /sqm Outside /sqm 1-Bed Rent vs Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt NGN 420,000 NGN 275,000 NGN 120,000
Lagos NGN 850,000 NGN 520,000 NGN 250,000 +102.4%
Abuja NGN 650,000 NGN 430,000 NGN 180,000 +54.8%

Other Africa cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

How much does property cost in Port Harcourt in 2024?

In Port Harcourt, the average price per sqm in the city centre is NGN 420,000, and NGN 275,000 outside the centre (2024 data). Prices have risen 65% since 2024.

How much is rent in Port Harcourt in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Port Harcourt rents for approximately NGN 120,000 per month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment costs around NGN 195,000/month.

Is it better to buy or rent in Port Harcourt?

Buying and renting are roughly comparable in Port Harcourt. The price-to-rent ratio is 17.0x — it would take approximately 17.0 years of rental payments to equal the property purchase price. Current mortgage rates are approximately 22.50%.

What are mortgage rates in Nigeria in 2024?

The average mortgage rate in Nigeria is approximately 22.50% as of 2024. With a price-to-rent ratio of 17.0x, buyers should carefully weigh mortgage costs against rental savings.

What is the price per sqm in Port Harcourt?

The average property price per square metre in Port Harcourt city centre is NGN 420,000 in 2024. Outside the centre, expect to pay around NGN 275,000/sqm.

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